For those who love old houses, the appeal of a historic property often lies in the possibilities it offers as much as the character it already possesses. 513 Harmony Rd, Crystal Springs, MS 39059 | Offered at $199,900 4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | 3,816 Sq Ft | Built in 1890 | 1.26 Acres … Read more
Some historic homes are beautiful; others are architectural landmarks that tell the story of an entire community. Known as the Hull House, this magnificent Queen Anne Victorian mansion in Traverse City, Michigan, is a remarkable example of late-19th-century craftsmanship, built in 1894 by Henry Hull, associated with the Oval Wood Dish Company. 229 Wellington St, … Read more
Some old houses capture your attention with grand architecture, while others win you over through the craftsmanship hidden in every room. At 229 East Chillicothe Avenue in Bellefontaine, Ohio, the appeal lies in its beautifully preserved woodwork, traditional proportions, and architectural details that are increasingly difficult to find in newer homes. The expansive foyer … Read more
An Older Facade With a Substantial Project Behind It Paired bay windows, decorative window trim, and a broad front porch distinguish 805–807 N 6th Street in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, a property built in 1900 and currently listed for $25,000. Exterior and Setting The photographs show patterned exterior shingles, a pronounced roofline cornice, and an elevated porch … Read more
An Older House With Four Units With its tall front gable and covered porch, 204 Commercial Street in Theresa, New York, has a distinctive street presence, while the current listing offers the 1900 fourplex for $115,000. Exterior and Setting The photographs show pale blue siding, white porch columns, spindle railings, and a rear lawn with … Read more
Porches, a Carriage House, and Work Ahead Three covered porches and a rear carriage house distinguish 224 Main St in Theresa, New York, an 1869 home currently offered at $45,000. The listing records five bedrooms, one full bathroom, one half bathroom, and 2,880 square feet on 0.25 acres. Exterior and Setting Wood siding, a gravel … Read more
A Covered Porch and Work Ahead A covered front porch and simple gabled roof give 6422 Ellsworth St in Detroit, Michigan, a modest street presence, with an asking price of $13,250. Zillow currently advertises this 1920 single-family house for sale by owner with three bedrooms, one full bathroom, and 1,311 square feet. Exterior and Setting … Read more
A Front Porch and Extra Outdoor Space A covered front porch and a fenced additional lot distinguish 3093 Otokar Ave in Cleveland, Ohio, currently listed at $74,900. Built in 1997, this Colonial-style house offers three bedrooms, one full bathroom, one half bathroom, and 1,440 square feet. Exterior and Setting The photographs show light-colored siding, shuttered … Read more
An Arched Entrance and an Unfinished Project An arched brick entrance beneath an upper porch gives 2708 W Grand St in Detroit, Michigan, a distinctive facade, with a current asking price of $82,900. Built in 1927, the active listing describes two three-bedroom units totaling 2,600 square feet. Exterior and Setting The photographs show patterned brickwork, … Read more